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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1927

Page

2

Cops Seek Reward for Hickman Capture in Pendleton Case

Pendleton officers aided in capturing Wiltring Edward Hickman. The Los Angeles city and other agencies offered nearly $100 000 total reward. Officers Guidiane and Lieutien tied to the case will likely spend a week in Los Angeles while awaiting further instructions.

Pendleton Ore Becated Press Tom Cundire Pendletons Wiltring Edward Hickman Los Angeles Los Angele California

Countess Freed in Trafford Case

Fragmentary report covers the courtroom scene as Countess de Trafford admits blame in the shooting incident. testimonies describe a tense crowd, a pistol purchase, and statements about intent and trauma. de Trafford recounts the moments and the pair’s troubled relationship while witnesses discuss the events surrounding the shooting.

DE Trafford Ce Trafford Mer Vielen

Warner Declares Airport Need Amid Aviation Debate

The speech argues for an airport project focusing on seaplanes and air traffic to boost regional development. Laurence M Carnsalt, assistant secretary of the fleet entertainment committee, advocates reassessing aviation policy to avoid disadvantage and promote progress.

Airship plans and transit role highlighted in remarks

Irons calls for airship and air transport to boost military capability and civilian commerce. Assistant Secretary Warner discusses aviation use, funding, and a five year plan to deploy up to 1000 air vessels, noting navy and army mileage and economic impact.

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Death of Eloresc Dablel Piorence Dabney Dated

Eloresc Dablel Piorence Dabney of 54 Test died early last evening at Vincents hospital after a period of illness. She had been under treatment for some time.

Piorence Dabney Venus Vincents Hospital

Dawn Hops Off for Harbor Grace Plane Flight Report

A Dawn light plane taking off from Roosevelt Field for Harbor Grace NF was tracked by wireless relay from Orleans MA, with a probable route toward Worcester and Boston. Reports place the craft near Provincetown and Cullyhunk Island as it followed a campany course, about 70 miles southeast of Boston.

Hoston Boston Associated Press Cullyhunk Island Orleans Frcm Roosevelt Field Harrior Grace Worcester Oski Omdal Liei

President to Lead Christmas Festival in Indianapolis

President and Mrs Coolidge will attend church services on Sunday at Keiths theatre used by the Congregational church. A White House charity drive will collect food for destitute families and a special Christmas carol program will be broadcast from Washington.

Merland Sirs Ney Indianapalis Visiow Keiths Theatre Coolidge Seribes Wille Waslington Woaohow Wison Howe Obae Yeu Bern Cerliel Union Koostheste Ta Tian Army Temple Yas White House Mteserty

Capture of teen Hudson sedan ends longest manhunt

A green Hudson sedan linked to a Hollywood hold up driven by a missing teen leads to the capture of Malian Parker Hickman. Associated Press credit for the tip and dispatches details the Oregon Washington California police chase and the thief’s arrest aided by Los Angeles detectives and state officers.

LOS Angele Rakkmin Washinton Oregon California Associated Press Malian Parker Walter B Chausen Los Angeles United States Army Washington Clausen Portland Mr Peck Claus Automoni & Club Southern California R Peck Hollywood Inez Sandev Peck Hickman Green Guidone Lieuallen

Cramer tied to a suitcase in Hollywood kidnap case

Police reveal details from Hickman confession about moving Marian in a car, the kidnapper describing how the girl’s body was prepared and kept open eyed for ransom. Hickman recounts nights with the child, the pursuit, and a pending transfer to Los Angeles as authorities seek his capture and the $100 ransom.

Hickman Cramer Parker Fox Marian Muder Inscot Pat Gurdane Shiw Marin Dinen Los Angeles Marian Sermied Hollywood Hickmans Cremer Burk New State Angel Pote Iifarnt Gaudene Liengien Los Andes Dades Loe

I Still Believe My Boy Hickman’s Mother Says

Mrs Eva Hickman declares she believes her son William Ed Hickman did not kill Marion Parker. She asserts that Andrew Cimer, named as an accomplice by Hickman, denied involvement and that her son would not commit the crime, insisting someone else acted.

Kansas City Associated Press Eva Hickman William Edwad Hickman Mation Parker Los Angles School Andrew Cimer Hickman

Rescue Efforts Continue for sunken S-4 Submarine

Divers completed a tunnel under the bow as salvage crews press to raise the sunken vessel. Navy officials report ongoing diving work, the weather remains challenging, and a cable hookup will aid the lift. The efforts involve 20 vessels and over 1,000 personnel from the rescue fleet and supporting companies.

Navy Provincetown Associated Press Frank H Brumby Brumby Blorrsland Ernest F King Dnedu Manila McEnough Coast Guna Force Offic Additon Me Ht Chapmin and Scott Wrecking Company New London Slu Texant Mahon Coast Guard Tamprifane Buriex Tive Smu Resolute Relief

Seven Hurt In Highway Car Crash Near Newelk Hospital

A multi vehicle crash along a highway left seven people injured and one near death. Catholic driver and passengers, including Steve Dakach and others, were badly hurt. several vehicles suffered extensive damage. They were treated at Newelk Hospital by Dr. Wilkem Wiiaeey and Dr. Eawod. Patrols and investigators documented the scene as responders rushed victims to care.

Steve Dakach Catholio Wis Almos Tle Toyee Viet Aislin Newelk Hosital Wilkem Eawod William McMiho

U S Steel Names Gary's Successor Amid Board Speculation

The report details the stock market rally on steel shares despite Friday profit taking and pre holiday liquidation. DuPont interests seek a board seat as the leadership debate centers on a new chair with financial expertise, amid rumors James A Farrell may be the preferred operating head.

Mellon Germany Associated Press Yarre Steel Corporation DuPont James A Farrell Wall Street Farrell Gary

Danbury May Fight Trade School Officials Hearing

Petition seeks public hearing and reinstatement for Wanzer and Husk amid town wide support. Mayor Sunderland to sign. school board probes dismissal as Everett Packard directs to state education chief Meredith.

State Board of Education Adaks Wanze and Husk Anthony Sunderland Everett D Pockerd Wanzer Packard Huck Danbury Case Lo Meredith Packard A B Meredith Tusk Caose Bey Cehects Friends School Wanzer and Frederick Jo Trinder Trinder Elea Weaver Huk Tieir

Hickman describes long crime spree across states

Columbus dispatch reports William Hickman recounts a nation wide string of robberies from New York to California. He details stops in Indianapolis St Louis Kansas City and Oklahoma and notes high gasoline prices and a lengthy chase before leaving Columbus. He claims a wide tour ending near El Paso before turning back toward St Louis.

New Yole West 34Th West Bih Street New York Gettysburg West Virginia Pittsburgh Columbus Broad Street Nour Indianapolis St Louis Kines City Los Angeles Kansas Oklahoma el Paso Phoenix Ariz Mulk

Four Bandits Kill Man In Bank Theft

A bank robbery ends in a death as four bandits kill a man during the theft. Two waiting cars carried getaway participants. one car held the girls, the other carried part of the money. A lone robber fired four shots after the money was scattered into the crowd. The suspects fled, abandoning the car and children, then escaped into the countryside. Separately the text notes Holy as an ancient Christmas church decoration and cites medical reports claiming heart disease as the leading cause of death.

Hickman News Paper Joseph Frank Marix Helman F H Bucks Drug Store Frank Buck Shellenbarger Hickmans Ropket

Lindy’s Mother Feted in Mexico City Visit

Mrs Lindbergh charmed embassy staff and Mexican officials during her first formal function in Mexico City. An orchestra in charro costumes welcomed guests while a shopping outing drew cheers and a heartfelt blessing from a woman to Lindbergh and his son.

Mre Lindbergh Lindbergh Lindy Lone Eagle Mexico City Callea Alvarez Nate

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